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I describe myself as… compassionate, practical, flexible, genuine and authentic. Each person has unique needs and expectations when pursuing counseling or coaching. I like to “demystify” the process by being upfront from the beginning about what’s possible and what direction we may take.

Why I work with healthcare professionals: Working in primary care and an academic hospital, I’ve witnessed firsthand how medicine can impact a person’s joy, relationships, and self-esteem. During especially challenging moments, providers may find themselves questioning why they chose to pursue medicine in the first place. I frequently assist providers in navigating the tension between their professional calling, the demanding schedules and pressures of their work, and the personal lives they often have to put on hold. I am dedicated to fostering hope, purpose, and fulfillment, even in the most challenging circumstances.

I’m passionate about… increasing access to behavioral health care for anyone who needs it, at the time they need it most. I am communicative between visits and maintain a flexible schedule that allows for rapid access (often within 24-48 hours of a request).

You might like working with me if… you want to learn practical, tangible skills that you can apply in both personal and professional situations. I often describe my approach as "teaching someone how to fish, rather than fishing alongside them." However, I’m equally comfortable providing support during vulnerable moments and helping individuals reflect on their situation. My focus isn’t on applying psychological labels, but on helping people get unstuck using an evidence-based method called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. For couples, I am particularly fond of Relational Life Therapy, a practical and effective approach to fostering effective communication and conflict resolution.

When not working… I love taking road trips with my family, coaching my sons’ sports teams, eating street tacos, and watching soccer (the “real” football).

Education and Training
Graduate: Forest Institute of Professional Psychology
Internship: Linn County Department of Health, Oregon
Fellowship: University of Wisconsin Hospital / Access Community Health Centers
Additional Training/Certifications: Primary Care Behavioral Health, Chronic Pain Management

Arizona License #PSY-005687
Massachusetts License #PSY10000747
Oregon License #2153
Washington License #PY60282194

Brian offers individual and relationship counseling and coaching.

I describe myself as… humorous, creative, direct and intentional.

Why I work with healthcare professionals: I got my start as a psychologist in primary and specialty care, employee wellness work and medical education. I enjoy working with healthcare professionals because of how we can connect over the shared experiences we have as caregivers. I especially enjoy strategizing practical ways to implement more effective skills.

I’m passionate about… empowering people to make effective changes within themselves, with their communities and the greater society. I really enjoy creating spaces for connection and change for healthcare professionals of marginalized communities.

You might like working with me if… you are wanting to both learn more effective skills while also practicing mindfulness and intentional restorative practices.

When not working…I love being a board member of Mental Health Liberation, a nonprofit offering free therapy services for BIPOC people. With my sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., I serve on various committees offering community health and wellness programming to Black families and community members in Portland. I also find my way into a new book about once a quarter.

Education and Training
Graduate: University of Georgia
Internship: George Fox University Psychology Training Consortium
Fellowship: Providence Medical Group, Behavioral Health- Family Medicine and Women’s Health

Oregon License #3310

Lauren offers individual counseling.

I describe myself as… candid, kind, and a bit irreverent. Contrary to popular advice, being a psychologist is as much my identity as it is my job. But I see that as less a problem and more a gift of purpose. The key is not taking ourselves too seriously.

Why I work with healthcare professionals: More than a decade in primary care showed me that being a healthcare professional is filled with complex and interweaving realities. The impact of what we do, and how we do it, extends far beyond the single individual - affecting how people show up in their families, in their jobs, and in their communities. Working with healthcare professionals is my way of paying it forward (and in many ways, paying it back) because you deserve the same attuned, attentive, informed care that you give to so many others every day.

I’m passionate about… continuing to learn and grow as a clinician, which means building on what we already know to be helpful, while remaining open to new and exciting approaches. I take an integrated, or holistic approach to therapy with the recognition that our physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual health combined make up who we are - and how we’re experiencing life - in this moment. I understand and work with trauma from a body-centered perspective. I feel comfortable addressing just about any issue, but have particular interest in couples & relationship issues, women’s health, and navigating major life transitions.

You might like working with me if… you appreciate directiveness, humor and occasional impulsive bursts of enthusiasm during those inevitable lightbulb moments. Therapy is an active process that involves curiosity, self-compassion, and a willingness to try on new ways of thinking, behaving, or relating. It’s about identifying what’s meaningful to you, cultivating insight, and then applying what you learn to everyday life. I facilitate this by blending therapeutic approaches depending on the presenting concerns, goals, or interests of the client. The approaches I engage most often include mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapies (DBT, ACT, MBCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and modalities that incorporate the nervous system (somatic-oriented therapy, interpersonal neurobiology and applied attachment theory.)

When not working… you’ll find me making, learning, and exploring. A restless creative side keeps me engaged in more projects than what’s probably recommended, and a case of terminal wanderlust drives a need to explore. I’ve discovered that parenting a teenager is kind of my jam (unusual so I hear!) and this grounds me in routines and a bit of life balance.

Education and Training
Graduate: University of Colorado, Boulder (Clinical Psychology)
Internship: University of Wisconsin, Madison (Department of Psychiatry)
Fellowship: Access Community Health Centers/University of Wisconsin (Community Health Psychology/Primary Care Psychology)

Oregon License #2500

Shay offers individual and couples counseling.

I describe myself as… authentic, humorous, and collaborative.

Why I work with healthcare professionals: Having worked with interdisciplinary teams and having loved ones in the medical field, I have witnessed how being a healthcare professional can be rewarding, but also bring about unique challenges. I aim to empower and support providers in their own wellbeing, where they can sustainably develop strength and meaning in their personal and professional lives.

I’m passionate about… working with individuals who are experiencing relationship challenges, adjusting to transitions, and balancing personal and professional stressors. As a daughter of immigrants, I am also passionate about processing how our intersecting identities and culture play a role in how we develop our sense of self and show up in our lives.

You might like working with me if… you are seeking a holistic approach where we collaborate to understand how your relationships, experiences, and broader social-cultural context impact how you navigate your personal and professional worlds. I strive to cultivate a meaningful and inclusive space, while also challenging you to grow in new and different ways.

When not working… you will find me being active in the gym, hiking, propagating another indoor house plant, exploring coffee shops, and traveling to spend time with loved ones.

Education and Training
Graduate: Loyola University Chicago, MS, Community Counseling; Auburn University, PhD, Counseling Psychology
Internship: University of Washington Counseling Center
Fellowship: Reed College Counseling Center

Oregon License #3025

Theresa offers individual counseling.

I describe myself as… inquisitive, engaged, genuine, and experienced. I enjoy the process of understanding another person’s experiences and working toward their goals.

Why I work with healthcare professionals: Healthcare professionals experience unique challenges and rewards via advanced clinical training, through varying stages of ongoing careers, and into retirement – realities that exist alongside full personal lives. I have been working closely with college and graduate students, including advanced doctoral trainees for many years, together navigating the peaks and valleys along the way. I also work extensively with well-established health care professionals in a wide range of roles from medical administration, to providing clinical services, to managing clinics. I find collaborating with health care professionals exceptionally meaningful because I am grateful for those who support the health of so many others.

I’m passionate about… increasing access to high quality psychological services by reducing hurdles and providing a sustainable therapy relationship. I have substantial experience working with people from underserved populations. My work is informed by specific training and intentional professional engagement with health care professionals, attorneys, first generation families, women, neurodiverse people, and LGBTQIA+ folks. I value the unique experiences of folks who have historically been under-represented in the medical field.

You might like working with me if… you want an approach that is strengths-based, to amplify the good while also tending to difficult domains. We’ll use evidence-based practices including CBT and ACT and pay attention to our embodied physical selves, too. Therapy goals are flexible and informed by your priorities. We might explore relevant experiences, values, identities, relationships, thought and behavior patterns, and contextual systems. My approach is to provide a compassionate and clarifying space as we work toward your optimal wellness and quality of life.

When not working… You might find me in the forests of the Pacific Northwest, brewing a pot of tea, dreaming of travel, or trying my hand at various creative endeavors.

Education and Training
Graduate: George Fox University
Internship: Wasatch Mental Health
Fellowship: Insight Psychological Services, specialization in formal psychological assessment of adults.

Oregon License #1949
Washington License #PY61493182

Lane offers individual counseling.